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Beyond the Planets — Quiz

Question 2 • Earth and Space Science

Assume that astronomers detect that Earth will pass through a particularly dense section of a comet’s debris trail. Which prediction is most likely?

Answer
A
The shower will appear less intense, with fewer meteors visible.
B
The shower will appear more intense, with more meteors visible.
C
The shower will appear weaker, with meteors scattered randomly.
D
The shower will appear shorter, with meteors lasting only one night.
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